Lepchajagat is a hamlet near Darjeeling district of West Bengal, surrounded by fir, pines and oaks. Located at an altitude of 6956 feet, this little hamlet is a place where one can find peace and calm. It is one of such places where you can relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city life. The nature, view of the mighty Kanchenjunga and the tranquility of the place will mesmerize you. Even with the increasing tourist footfall, Lepchajagat remains a beautiful and coveted place for the vacation loving Bengalis. I would suggest you to stay there for a day or two to soak in the beauty of nature. I am sure you will come back with a wonderful memory.
_How to reach:_The nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri (NJP) and the nearest airport is Bagdogra. Lepchajagat can be reached from NJP, Bagdogra or Siliguri by hiring a car. Alternatively, you can get a shared jeep from Siliguri or NJP to Ghoom. The sumos going towards Darjeeling will drop you at Ghoom. From Ghoom, you can take another shared jeep or hire a car. Lepchajagat is 18 kms from Darjeeling and you can hire a car from Darjeeling Chowk Bazar Taxi Stand to Lepchajagat.
Best time to Visit: October to April.
Parking facility: Yes
Into the woods…
The misty woods
and congratulations on your first post here.
. Your photos are very impressive. Really it looks like movie scenes.